For decades, myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) has had doctors and scientists stumped. As a result, unhelpful myths have developed around this condition. However, a recent discovery by researchers at the United States’ National Institute for Health (NIH) may, finally, have shed some light on the biology of ME/CFS.  What Is ME/CFS ME/CFS is a […]

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A new study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science sheds some light on the role of a protein that may prevent ME/CFS patients from generating normal amounts of cellular energy.   A Medical Mystery ME/CFS has no known cause and is not well understood, even by medical professionals. The condition is characterized by […]

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At its 24th meeting in Geneva from 24 to 28 April 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) Expert Committee made a landmark decision for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). For the first time, it included treatments for Multiple Sclerosis in the Model Lists of Essential Medicines (EML). 1 What is the EML? The EML is […]

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Ulcerative colitis (UC), an inflammatory bowel disease, is a debilitating condition with no known cause or cure. The Sishen pill is a therapeutic modality derived from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that relieves UC issues.1 Uncertainty continues on the mechanisms of how the Sishen pill works to improve ulcerative colitis. Understanding the basics of ulcerative colitis […]

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Our body’s natural disease and infection-fighting resources make up our immune system. These defence mechanisms involve special types of cells and bodily substances that work together to keep us healthy.  Our immune system protects us from dangerous organisms called pathogens by recognizing and removing them. Some common pathogens include viruses and bacteria.1 The immune system […]

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As the name implies, “thunderstorm asthma” refers to asthma attacks that occur during or after a thunderstorm.1,2 These attacks can be fatal if not managed.  In regions with high numbers of thunderstorms, there can be increases of the attacks that put a strain on local hospitals. One example is the thunderstorm asthma attacks that occurred […]

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Scientists are continuing to work towards understanding the long-lasting consequences of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Using artificial intelligence, a team of researchers found that multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C), a post-COVID condition, induces the same immune response as Kawasaki Disease (KD) and SARS-CoV-2 infection.1  However, MIS-C is characterized by a more severe immune response than KD. Researchers hope […]

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Eczema, also referred to as atopic dermatitis, is an inflammatory skin disorder. It is chronic, meaning it affects individuals throughout their lifetimes, and common – affecting around 1 in 10 people in some populations.1 Eczema may come and go. It also varies in severity between individuals. It affects adults, children, and infants – but what […]

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